Taiwan has often found itself on the front lines of political influence efforts by the Chinese Communist Party.

Welcome to “Women Around the World: This Week,” a series that highlights noteworthy news related to women and U.S. foreign policy. This week’s post covers February 18 to February 24.

In Guatemala, money can’t buy elections; external factors drive Latin America’s economic upside.

AMLO ups spending, favoring the middle class and the military; Uruguay’s financial stability attracts investment—and crime follows; Peru’s democratic backsliding is passing the point of no return.

The pandemic and tensions with China are creating a wedge between Canberra and Washington.